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Position Description

The Multimedia Specialist for the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, who reports to the Visual Content Manager, and is a member of the Marketing & Communications Department. As a Multimedia Specialist, you will work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to create, edit, and publish multimedia content (including print, digital graphics, photography, and videography) for marketing and communication needs.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Producing digital and print graphics:
• Social media graphics (reels, posts, stories)
• Digital and print Ads
• Print material (event signs, palm cards, trifolds, t-shirts, merchandise, large banners, etc.)
• Sponsorship decks
• Presentations
• Magazine ads
• Help produce video production, including planning, scripting, scheduling, production, and post-production efforts.
• Follow brand guidelines to create visuals.
• Post-production: edit, color correct, output for various mediums including digital, social, web, etc.
• Help produce marketing ideas for designs and video concepts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in multimedia design, art, photography, videography, graphic design or related field or minimum of 2 years of related experience
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud
• Experience in creating social media reels and posts.
• Experience designing, producing, and editing creative multimedia content.
• Portfolio should demonstrate high quality attention to detail and aesthetics.
• Exhibits proficiency in creating or editing video and animations.
• Demonstrated ability to create designs that connect with various audiences.
• Strong communications skills; visual, verbal, and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Open and flexible to shifting job requirements.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with various teams and departments.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail while handling multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines and be responsive.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient with web design, including experience with HTML, CSS, and WordPress CMS
• Exhibits knowledge of current video production process, principles, and the latest industry trends
• Proficient in video and photography

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience
• Benefits eligibility includes Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life and AD&D
• 403B Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick and Vacation accrual
• Parking or Monthly Transit Pass (subject to availability)
• Application Process: Email cover letter and resume to: jjohnson@promotionandarts.org. No phone calls please.

The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to mirror the rich diversity of Baltimore City in our staffing and programming while emphasizing cultural equity. Cultural equity embodies the values, policies, and practices that ensure that all people-including but not limited to those who have been historically underrepresented based on race/ethnicity, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender, socioeconomic status, geography, citizenship status, or religion-are represented in the development of arts policy; the support of artists; the nurturing of accessible, thriving venues for expression; and the fair distribution of programmatic, financial, and informational resources.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Description 

The Farmers’ Market & Events Manager for the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts is a full-time regular, exempt position, that reports to the Director of Live Events & Public Engagement; with the primary function of overseeing the operations of the Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar, but is an integral member of the Events Department, which is responsible for New Years’ Eve and 4th of July Fireworks, MLK Jr Parade, Artscape, and more. Assignments of specific events may change periodically at the discretion of the Director of Events & Public Engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Oversee all operations related to the Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar

· Determine the eligibility of potential farmers and vendors based on the market’s criteria, rules, and regulations. Actively recruit new farmers and vendors to expand the variety at the Market & Bazaar

· Generate contracts, guidelines, permits and all paperwork associated with the function of the Farmers’ Market. Ensure that all applicable licenses, permits and insurances are filed with relevant agencies

· Assign farmers, vendors, and crafter their location/spaces at the Market

· Provide all information and verbiage to Creative Services for the production of market’s map, brochure and all collateral

· Coordinate volunteers and oversee the Welcome Center including setup and breakdown. This Center is where the Manager and other staff are stationed during the market hours. Farmers, vendors, crafters, etc., go there with any issues related to their participation in the market

· Manages set-up and break-down of Market – ATM and portable toilet installations, street closures, liaison on-site with Police Department and homeless outreach team

· Maintain the Market’s records of attendance for all market farmers and vendors

· Coordinate the opening ceremonies of the market, and cooking/food demonstrations and special events

· Recommend enhancements for streamlining operations, expansion, cost incentives, revenue opportunities. Continually evaluate the markets strengths and weaknesses. Conduct customer surveys and monitor for potential improvements in daily logistics and outreach efforts

· Complete by mid-January an annual report of operations and review with management proposals for any cost increases, policy changes

· Liaison to city services needed for the operation of the Farmers Market & Bazaar

· Liaison with Maryland Farmers Market Association on SNAP/Loyalty Program

· Enforce market rules, including on-site logistics and license requirements

· Have clear emergency procedures in place for accidents, medical emergencies, safety or crime issues, severe weather, or natural disasters - Shelter in Place.

· Establish a chain of command in case communication is compromised by power outages or evacuations. Have quick access to first aid kit and fire extinguisher

· Research and provide the content for the Farmers’ Market & Bazaar Newsletter and website

Other General Events Responsibilities:

· Support BOPA Events and other Departments as needed

· Coordinating and promoting sustainability and environmental initiatives like recycling, cleaning contracts, reusable bags, ban on Styrofoam products for events and festivals

Qualifications:

· Four years of equivalent experience

· Experience in certified farmers’ markets, health and wellness, nutrition, and community outreach

· Experience working collaboratively

· Excellent oral and written communications skills

· Must be able to work Sundays during the market season (April – December)

· Must obtain a valid CPR instructor certification issued by AHA, Red Cross, or any authenticated CPR training institution

· Proficient in MS Word, Excel & PowerPoint

Compensation & Benefits:

· Salary is commensurate with experience

· Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life and AD&D

· 403B Retirement Plan with employer match

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Sick and Vacation accrual

Volunteer Gallery Guides provide superior front line service to all visitors by warmly greeting and welcoming them to the facility and providing information and orientation on exhibitions displayed throughout the building.

Volunteer Gallery Guides come from all walks of life and have one similar trait: an interest in Baltimore’s contemporary art scene, and an enthusiasm for sharing the work of emerging and professional artists.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet Visitors upon entry to our facility
• Provide 5-10 minute general information on current exhibitions and programs to visitors as they arrive and inquire.
• Encourage visitors to provide feedback by signing our guest books
• Help monitor general condition of facility and alert supervisor on duty to any problems
   

BENEFITS

• Smiles and thanks from people traveling from all over the world
• Free parking while on site
• Increased knowledge of Baltimore’s contemporary art community
   

SCHEDULES 

Volunteer Gallery Guides are scheduled for 4-hour periods during Bromo and TOP of the World weekend operating hours. The hours are as follows:

Saturday, 12:00–4:00 p.m.                      

REQUIREMENTS

Must be 18 years or older (will consider students between the ages of 16 to 18 seeking community service hours).
Must speak English, Spanish a plus.

TO APPLY     

To apply to become a Volunteer Gallery Guide contact Kirk Shannon Butts at Ksbutts@promotionandarts.org.

The Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to mirror the rich diversity of Baltimore City in our staffing and programming while emphasizing cultural equity. Cultural equity embodies the values, policies, and practices that ensure that all people-including but not limited to those who have been historically underrepresented based on race/ethnicity, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender, socioeconomic status, geography, citizenship status, or religion-are represented in the development of arts policy; the support of artists; the nurturing of accessible, thriving venues for expression; and the fair distribution of programmatic, financial, and informational resources.